CKC members have agreed to “provide their dogs with appropriate housing, food, and health care, as outlined in the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association’s Code of Practice for Canadian Kennel Operations.”

CKC members have agreed to “include in their programs only Canadian Kennel Club registered (or registerable) stock which will strengthen the genetic pool and guarantee progression towards the ideals of the standard.”

Good breeding practices produce puppies that become physically and mentally sound dogs. The quality of the purebred stock is something our breeders, and the CKC, take very seriously. Our organization is the primary registry for purebred dogs in Canada, and our membership has been providing guidance, support and information to purebred puppy buyers since 1888. With over 125 years of history and experience, the CKC offers you expert assistance and complete peace of mind.

Once you’ve chosen a breed, or a few that you’d like to explore, take a look at the Puppy List. It’s a comprehensive tool that will help you locate breeders that offer the types of dogs you’re looking for.

You’ve decided you’d like a purebred dog, but how do you pick the right breed? Choosing a Breed will provide you with great information to help you select the breed that is best suited to your needs and lifestyle. By identifying the key qualities for each of our 175 breeds, we make comparing different dogs quick and easy. Make sure to review all of our great resources available on your breed of choice before narrowing down your list.

Pet insurance is coverage designed to provide pet owners like you with financial protection against expensive medical costs. By helping you deal with the cost of care, pet insurance can put you in a better position to make decisions about your pet’s medical needs without putting cost first.

The Canadian Kennel Club is a national, member-based non-profit organization, incorporated under the Animal Pedigree Act of Canada. It provides registry services for all purebred dogs it officially recognizes. Provides governance for all CKC approved dog shows, dog trials and canine events. Finally, the CKC is a communication organization informing all people interested in dogs.